JOB CORPS My name is Cheyanne, I want to share my Story about being off center during COVID–19. When COVID sent you home for an extended spring break, what were you most nervous about? I was most nervous about continuing my school work, finding a job, and most importantly...
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Please join me in congratulating Latasha Hubbard Career Counselor as the Employee of the Month!
Please join me in congratulating Latasha Hubbard Career Counselor as the Employee of the Month! In her role, as a Career Counselor at Old Dominion Job Corps, Ms. Hubbard has demonstrated the ability to add value to everything she is doing with her education,...
Old Dominion Job Corps Center students, St. Patrick’s Day meal
On March 17, 2021, Old Dominion Job Corps Center students, had a St. Patrick’s Day meal in the café. The St Patrick’s Day lunch was chosen by the students. ODJCC students chose to have Fried Chicken, BBQ Ribs, Mac and Cheese, Green Beans, Brownies and Green Jello. The...
Old Dominion Job Corps Center Student tells why “O – D” is a important part of her life: Students were asked 7 questions. “O – D” got some very inspiring answers.
My name is Niasha. I want to share my story about being off-center during COVID–19. When COVID sent you home for an extended spring break, what were you most nervous about? I was really nervous about my progress and losing how far I’ve come (along so far) in the (Job...
Old Dominion Job Corps Center Student tells why “O – D” is a important part of his life: Student was asked 7 questions. “O – D” got some very inspiring answers.
My name is Preston, I want to share my Story about being off center during COVID–19. When COVID sent you home for an extended spring break, what were you most nervous about? I was nervous about my future, I didn't think I would be able to find a job I was so unstable....
Old Dominion Job Corps Center hosted a vaccine clinic for staff
The Virginia Department of Health hosted a vaccine clinic for Old Dominion Job Corps Center staff on Friday March 12, 2021 from 9:30-11:30 AM in the gymnasium. A big Thank you to all that made this happen.
Old Dominion Job Corps Center partners with the Brotherhood of Carpenters Union. Is very important to our Carpentry students.
What is a Carpenter? Most people think we just build houses...but as a United Brotherhood of Carpenters member we can do this and much more. We are Welders, Commercial Divers, Bridge Builders, Pile Drivers, Millwrights, Interior System Specialist, Cabinet/Millworkers,...
The Old Dominion Job Corps Center is ensuring the health and safety of both staff and students
The Old Dominion Job Corps Center is ensuring the health and safety of both staff and students, only a small cohort of 8 students is scheduled bi-weekly. Students identified to return are those which were near to completion and graduation prior to COVID break in March...
Old Dominion Job Corps Auto, Building Construction and Carpentry trades students, start 2021 with strong work ethics.
Spark plugs, head gaskets, axle seals and engine replacement are all part of the first week back in the Automotive Shop. Building Construction and Carpentry students work together to complete a number of center projects. O—D students set Career Goals for 2021.
Old Dominion Job Corps says “thanks” to Senator Mark Warner
Old Dominion Job Corps BCL Franklin Swann traveled to Bedford, VA to attend a Town Hall session yesterday, March 27th. Senator Warner was very complimentary of the Job Corps program. Senator Warner shared a story about a Job Corps graduation years ago were he spoke...
Facilities Maintenance Students Volunteer for United Way’s Day of Caring
By Jeanne Vaughan, Business Community Liaison Wednesday, May 22, 2013, was designated as United Way of Central Virginia's "Day of Caring". For 20 years, United Way of Central Virginia has been bringing together area non-profits who have a need for labor and supplies...
GED High Achievers at Old Dominion Job Corps Center
By Jeanne Vaughan, Business Community Liaison Twelve students at ODJCC achieved scores that qualified them for their GED's in the 3rd quarter. Congratulations are in order for each of these students. In this group of twelve, are three students who achieved...
ODJCC Students Continue Their Volunteer Work at “Gleaning for the World”
By Jeanne Vaughan, Business Community Liaison Old Dominion Job Corps Center formed a partnership with Gleaning for the World to work at the GFTW warehouse in Concord, Virginia once a month. GFTW is renowed for the efficiency with which they run their organization. ...
Old Dominion Job Corps Students Mesmerized with “Sarah’s Journey”
By Jeanne Vaughan, Business Community Liaison On Friday, September 21, 2012, the students and staff at Old Dominion Job Corps had the opportunity to witness a young woman named Sarah Panzau telling the story of her life after experiencing a horrific automobile...
Old Dominion Job Corps Center Students, Staff, and Supporters Celebrate 2nd Annual National Job Corps Commencement Day
Second Annual National Job Corps Commencement Day Graduates Center Director Danny Grimes presents SGA President Jacqueline Bishop her Diploma at the Ceremony By Jeanne Vaughan, Business Community Liaison On Friday, August 24, 2012, Old Dominion Job Corps Center...
Virginia State Senator Tom Garrett Visits Old Dominion Job Corps Center
By Jeanne Vaughan, Business Community Liaison On Tuesday, May 22, 2012, Virginia State Senator Tom Garrett (I) visited Old Dominion Job Corps Center. He represents part of Lynchburg and all of the counties of Amherst, Appomattox, Buckingham, Cumberland, Fluvanna,...
Amherst County Chamber of Commerce names Old Dominion Job Corps “2012 Large Business of the Year”
By Jeanne Vaughan, Business Community Liaison The Amherst CountyChamber of Commerce held its 10th Annual Business Appreciation Awards Dinner at Sweet Briar College on Monday night, May 14, 2012. Awards were given for Small Business of the Year, Medium-sized Business...
Central Virginia Community College Graduation Article in the News & Advance mentions Ten Job Corps Student Graduates
May 11, 2012 By Jeanne Vaughan, Business Community Liaison In March 2010, Central Virginia Community College, Babcock & Wicox Nuclear Operations Group, and Old Dominion Job Corps Center signed a Memorandum of Understganding and formed a partnership to address the...
Old Dominion Job Corps GED/HS Diploma Program is No. 1 in the Nation
By Jeanne Vaughan, business and community liaison In January 2012 Old Dominion Job Corps Center's GED/High School diploma program was ranked #3 in the nation. This information was shared with the attendees at our first Community Relations Committee Breakfast Meeting...
Old Dominion Job Corps Center’s Green Team Believes in “Earth Day Every Day”
Students at Old Dominion deserve recognition for working in the cold to recycle cardboard boxes on Center.